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WWW.AUCKLANDNZ.COM/EVENTS
LEAGUE AND UNION FANS SET TO UNITE IN AUCKLAND
TWO OF AUCKLAND’S TOP SPORTS TEAMS IN SUPER RUGBY OUTFIT THE BLUES AND NRL RUGBY LEAGUE TEAM THE VODAFONE WARRIORS ARE SET TO TAKE ON THEIR RIVALS FROM CANBERRA, AUSTRALIA ON SATURDAY MARCH 21. Eden Park will be the venue for the historic Auckland v Canberra Codes of Auckland showdown. Gates open at 3.30pm before the action kicks off at 5pm between the Warriors and Canberra Raiders followed by the Blues v Brumbies at 7pm. In between games, enjoy the onsite activities and watch the transformation of the famous Eden Park pitch from rugby to league in front of your eyes. Head to www.ticketmaster.co.nz to secure your ticket and be part of the action.
MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR WEEKEND Auckland – one city, two worlds – is a region where urban fun meets natural landscapes, allowing you to experience the best of everything in one amazing weekend.
Explore our rugged black-sand beaches in the west or visit an island paradise in the east. Across the region sample our award-winning wineries and breweries and experience our unique Ma-ori and Pasifika culture. Auckland’s city centre is a hub of activity for every kind of traveller. You can sail the Hauraki Gulf, kayak across stunning blue water, enjoy world-class shopping or experience the adrenaline rush of jumping from the Sky Tower. There are so many options for you to choose from before you head on over to Eden Park for an evening of incredible sporting action. Afterwards let off that extra energy at Auckland’s local bars and restaurants, from chic and trendy Ponsonby, alternative K’Road and the sophisticated and lively Viaduct – there’s a nightlife scene for everyone.
UPCOMING EVENTS Head to the Pasifika Festival at Western Springs on March 14–15. Experience Auckland’s Pacific cultures through performances, delicious food and drink, workshops and more. Plus see the stars of the Blues and Warriors up close and personal at a special Codes of Auckland fan zone. From March 16–22 the Corona Piha Pro will take place at Piha Beach. It’s promised to be one of the country’s biggest ever surfing competitions, featuring global superstars Kelly Slater and Carissa Moore. Enjoy the roar of engines from April 24–26 when the ITM Auckland Super400 takes place at Hampton Downs. The Anzac weekend event is fitting for a New Zealand v Australia battle and here’s hoping a Kiwi takes the chequered flag. Visit www.aucklandnz.com/events
CODES OF AUCKLAND: SATURDAY MARCH 21, 2020, AT EDEN PARK – VODAFONE WARRIORS v CANBERRA RAIDERS, 5PM / BLUES v BRUMBIES, 7:35PM
